DRAGON'S BACK
Hiking In Hong Kong Recommended Trail #6
Explore the best urban hiking trail in Asia.
QUICK INFO
Distance: 8.5 kilometres
Time Needed: 3 hours (normal hikers), 4.25 hours (families and beginners)
Location: Shek O Country Park, Hong Kong Island (To Tei Wan --> Big Wave Bay (HKI))
Slope: 3/5 (Slopey)
Shelter: Mostly Exposed
Scenery: 5/5 (Simply A Spectacle)
Difficulty: 3/5 (Normal)
Recommended For: Intermediate and Advanced Hikers
When should I visit?: Autumn to Winter
Emergency Exits:
1. Follow Signs for Tai Tam Gap at 4.8 km in (Ma Tong Gap) for transportation
2. Turn left at Pottinger Gap (6.5 km in) and walk down the stairs and exit to Chai Wan via a graveyard
WHY YOU NEED TO GO
SPECTACULAR SCENERY
Know what Dragon's Back famous for? It's spectacular scenery is one of the best in Hong Kong, with land and sea views, urban and mountain views... The splendid scenery would make this trail absolutely unforgettable!
GREAT FOR FAMILIES AND EXPERTS ALIKE
Not many trails are suitable for both experts and beginners alike! But Dragon's Back is! The steep stairs up to the ridge is great to work off a sweat, but when you walk slowly, taking in the scenery around you, it would become a nice afternoon stroll.
BEST URBAN HIKING TRAIL IN ASIA
With its spectacular scenery, well-marked and well-facilitated trail, Hong Kong Trail Sec.8 (Dragon's Back) have been awarded by Lonely Planet the best urban hiking trail in Asia!
